2. What the AUA can do for you Adam C. Cresswell Learning & Teaching Administrator

3. 3 Professional Standards AUA is committed to raising the profile of the profession and developing best practice and higher standards of professionalism in higher education management and administration. The AUA is an inclusive membership-led professional body for all those interested in advancing their career in higher education.

4. 4 Opportunities –Annual Programme –Committees and Working Groups –Publications and Information Services –PG Cert in Professional Practice –Annual Conference

5. 5 Post-Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice –Recognises your professionalism –Enhances your performance as a reflective and professional practitioner – Develops your knowledge and understanding of current issues in the sector –Demonstrates your commitment to continuing professional development

6. 6 Annual Conference The AUA conference provides you with the opportunity to update your knowledge, skills and debate this years hot topics. It gives you a unique opportunity to look beyond your institution and be exposed to ideas from elsewhere, both nationally and internationally. It can also make a big difference to how you feel about your work

7. 7 Speakers and Workshops Exchange of Ideas Sharing of good practice Stimulating speakers

8. 8 Networking

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10. 10 Entertainment

11. 11 AUA Conference 2007 2 nd - 4 th April University of Nottingham "The conference is fantastic and always a marvel" Paul Wakeling, University of York